Stage: 2 Challenge Level:

Stage: 3, 4 and 5 Challenge Level:

are somewhat mundane they do pose a demanding challenge in terms of
'elegant' LOGO procedures. This problem considers the eight
semi-regular tessellations which pose a demanding challenge in
terms of. . . .

Stage: 2 Challenge Level:

Stage: 3 and 4 Challenge Level:

Three examples of particular tilings of the plane, namely those
where - NOT all corners of the tile are vertices of the tiling. You
might like to produce an elegant program to replicate one or all. . . .

Stage: 3 Challenge Level:

Stage: 3 Challenge Level:

A triomino is a flat L shape made from 3 square tiles. A chess
board is marked into squares the same size as the tiles and just
one square, anywhere on the board, is coloured red. Can you cover
the. . . .

Stage: 2 and 3

Stage: 2 and 3

This article describes the scope for practical exploration of tessellations both in and out of the classroom. It seems a golden opportunity to link art with maths, allowing the creative side of your. . . .

Stage: 2 and 3

Have you ever noticed how mathematical ideas are often used in patterns that we see all around us? This article describes the life of Escher who was a passionate believer that maths and art can be. . . .

The NRICH Project aims to enrich the mathematical experiences of all learners. To support this aim, members of the
NRICH team work in a wide range of capacities, including providing professional development for teachers wishing to
embed rich mathematical tasks into everyday classroom practice. More information on many of our other activities
can be found here.